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Should Caffeine Be Regulated?
On average, people will consume about 300 mg of caffeine a day through mostly coffee, soda, and tea (Villanova). Caffeine is an addictive substance that is considered safe enough to be sold with few to no restrictions. People of any age can go to a convenience store or coffee shop to get their daily dose of caffeine and become addicted without realizing it. With recently updated laws on the restrictions of buying tobacco products in Oregon, questions of other possible restrictions on substances have surfaced. The question of whether or not products containing caffeine should be restricted in order to protect younger consumers is not a new issue. Many people have debated over whether or not the process would be worthwhile or necessary. …show more content…

In fact, Robert Shmerling, a writer for Harvard Medical, explains that “some studies have shown that coffee has been linked to potential health benefits when consumed in moderation” (Shmerling). However, the studies referenced to in the article were all based on adult test subject, not children. Dr. Nicole Caldwell, assistant professor of pediatrics, Nationwide Children's Hospital, states that in children “ Caffeine can cause them to be hyperactive… also can make them nervous, anxious, worsen stomach problems and create sleep problems. Also, caffeine increases excitability within the heart, which can exacerbate the arrhythmia” (Caldwell). While caffein products may have some related health benefits for adults, it should still be regulated because of the harmful impact it can have on children. The regulation of caffeine would not take away the health benefits that some people believe to be linked with drinking coffee, it would simply restrict purchasing opportunities for younger people who are more susceptible to the harmful side effects that accompany the

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